May establishes itself as the hottest month of the year in
Pune, with climate conditions reaching their extreme. Alongside the escalating temperatures, there is an upward trend in humidity and rainfall. Weather records depict a significant jump in precipitation, accumulating to a substantial 41mm (1.61"). Prolonged sunlit hours promote a brilliant radiance, despite sporadic cloud cover. While evenings do bring a measure of relief, the prevailing conditions are predominantly warm and humid.
Temperature
Pune signifies an average high-temperature of a still very hot 37.2°C (99°F) in May, closely mirroring the 38.1°C (100.6°F) of
April. Despite a significant disparity with daytime temperatures, an average low-temperature of 22.5°C (72.5°F) is recorded in Pune,
India, during May.
Heat index
May's average heat index is estimated at a burning hot 45°C (113°F).
Alert: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are likely to occur. Prolonged exertion can lead to heatstroke.
One should be cognizant that the heat index values are tailored for shaded spots and mild winds. The presence of direct sunlight can raise the heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', represents the fusion of temperature and moisture in the air to suggest how warm it feels. Factors encompassing physical activity, clothing, and metabolic differences have a role in shaping the individual's impression of temperature. In the direct sunlight, the weather's impact can be amplified, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Kids are generally in more danger than adults because they perspire less. Their large skin surface area compared to their small bodies and the excessive heat due to their actions raises their risk.
To cool down, the human body relies on perspiration, a process where excessive heat is eliminated as sweat evaporates. With a lot of moisture in the air, the evaporation process is not as effective, and the body does not cool down as efficiently, creating a perception of overheating. Temperature imbalances caused by excessive heat retention can trigger heat-related maladies.
Humidity
In Pune, the average relative humidity in May is 48%.
Rainfall
In May, the rain falls for 2.8 days. Throughout May, 41mm (1.61") of precipitation is accumulated. In Pune, India, during the entire year, the rain falls for 49.9 days and collects up to 722mm (28.43") of precipitation.
Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 13h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 6:56 pm. On the last day of May, in Pune, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 7:07 pm IST.
Sunshine
May has the most sunshine of the year in Pune, with an average of 10.2h of sunshine.